Dell B1160w Wireless Mono Laser Printer Owner's manual

BASIC

User’s Guide

Dell B1160

Dell B1160w

BASIC

User’s Guide

This guide provides information concerning installation, basic operation and

troubleshooting on windows.

ADVANCED

This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and

troubleshooting on various OS environments.

Some features may not be available depending on models or countries.

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BASIC

1. Introduction

Key benefits 4

Features by models 6

Useful to know 7

About this user’s guide 8

Safety information 9

Machine overview 14

Control panel overview 16

Turning on the machine 17

Installing the driver locally 18

Reinstalling the driver 20

2. Learning the Basic Usage

Printing a test page 22

Media and tray 23

Basic printing 31

3. Maintenance

Ordering supplies and accessories 35

Available supplies 36

Storing the toner cartridge 37

Redistributing toner 39

Replacing the toner cartridge 40

Cleaning the machine 42

Tips for moving & storing your machine 46

4. Troubleshooting

Tips for avoiding paper jams 48

Out-of-paper error resolution 49

Clearing paper jams 50

Understanding the status LED 53

5. Appendix

Specifications 56

Dell technical support policy 64

Contacting Dell 65

Warranty and return policy 66

Copyright 67

1. Introduction

This chapter provides information you need to know before using the machine.

•Key benefits 4

• Features by models 6

• Useful to know 7

• About this user’s guide 8

• Safety information 9

• Machine overview 14

• Control panel overview 16

• Turning on the machine 17

• Installing the driver locally 18

• Reinstalling the driver 20

Key benefits
Environmentally friendly
• To save paper, you can print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper (see 
"Using advanced print features" on page 110).
• To save paper, you can print on both sides of the paper (manual double-
sided printing) (see "Using advanced print features" on page 110).
• To save electricity, this machine automatically conserves electricity by 
substantially reducing power consumption when not in use.
Print with excellent quality and speed
• You can print with a resolution of up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi effective output.
• Fast, on-demand printing.
- For single-side printing, 20 ppm (A4) or 21 ppm (Letter).
Convenience
• Dell Printer Manager and Dell Printer Status are a program that monitors 
and informs you of the machine’s status and allows you to customize the 
machine’s settings (see "Using Dell Printer Manager" on page 125).
• You can access Dell Support at www.dell.com or support.dell.com. Select 
your region on the WELCOME TO DELL SUPPORT page, and fill in the 
requested details to access help tools and information.
Wide range of functionality and application support
• Supports various paper sizes (see "Print media specifications" on page 58).
• Print watermark: You can customize your documents with words, such as 
“Confidential” (see "Using advanced print features" on page 110).
• Print posters: The text and pictures of each page of your document are 
magnified and printed across the multiple sheets of paper and can then be 
taped together to form a poster (see "Using advanced print features" on 
page 110).

Key benefits

• You can print in various operating systems (see "System requirements" on

page 61).

• Your machine is equipped with a USB interface.

Supports various wireless network setting method

• Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) button

- You can easily connect to a wireless network using the WPS button on

the machine and the access point (a wireless router).

•Using the USB cable

- You can connect and set various wireless network settings using a USB

cable.

• Using the Wi-Fi Direct

- You can conveniently print from your mobile device using the Wi-Fi or

Wi-Fi Direct feature.

See "Introducing wireless set up methods" on page 84.

Features by models

Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on

model or country.

Operating System

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Software

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Variety feature

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Operating System B1160 B1160w

Windows ● ●

Macintosh ● ●

Linux ● ●

Software B1160 B1160w

SPL printer driver ● ●

XPS printer driver ● ●

Dell Printer Manager ● ●

Embedded Web Service ●

Dell Supplies Ordering Utility ● ●

Dell Printer Status ● ●

Firmware Update Utility ● ●

Features B1160 B1160w

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ● ●

Network Interface 802.11b/g/n

wireless LAN

●

IPv6 ●

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) ●

Manual duplex (2-sided) printing ● ●

Useful to know

Where can I download the machine’s driver?

• Visit www.support.dell.com to download the latest

machine’s driver, and install it on your system.

Where can I purchase accessories or supplies?

• Inquire at a Dell distributor or your retailer.

• Visit www.support.dell.com. Select your country/region to

view product service information.

The status LED flashes or remains constantly on.

• Turn the product off and on again.

• Check the meanings of LED indications in this manual and

troubleshoot accordingly (see "Understanding the status LED"

on page 53).

A paper jam has occurred.

• Open and close the top cover (see "Front view" on page 15).

• Check the instructions on removing jammed paper in this

manual and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Clearing paper

jams" on page 50).

Printouts are blurry.

• The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner

cartridge.

• Try a different print resolution setting.

• Replace the toner cartridge.

The machine does not print.

• Open the print queue list and remove the document from the

list (see "Canceling a print job" on page 32).

• Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the driver

locally" on page 18).

• Select your machine as your default machine in your Windows.

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1. Introduction

About this user’s guide

This user's guide provides information for your basic understanding of the

machine as well as detailed steps to explain machine usage.

• Read the safety information before using the machine.

• If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting

chapter.

• Terms used in this user’s guide are explained in the glossary chapter.

• All illustrations in this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending

on its options or model you purchased.

• The screenshots in this user's guide may differ from your machine

depending on the machine’s firmware/driver version.

• The procedures in this user’s guide are mainly based on Windows 7.

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Conventions

Some terms in this guide are used interchangeably, as below:

• Document is synonymous with original.

• Paper is synonymous with media, or print media.

• Machine refers to printer or MFP.

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General icons

Icon Text Description

Caution

Gives users information to protect the machine from

possible mechanical damage or malfunction.

Note

Provides additional information or detailed

specification of the machine function and feature.

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Safety information

These warnings and precautions are included to prevent injury to you and

others, and to prevent any potial damage to your machine. Be sure to read and

understand all of these instructions before using the machine. After reading this

section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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Important safety symbols

Explanation of all icons and signs used in this chapter

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Operating environment

Warning

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe

personal injury or death.

Caution

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor

personal injury or property damage.

Do not attempt.

Do not use if the power cord is damaged or if the electrical outlet is

not grounded.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

Do not place anything on top of the machine (water, small metal or

heavy objects, candles, lit cigarettes, etc.).

This could result in electric shock or fire.

• If the machine gets overheated, it releases smoke, makes

strange noises, or generates an odd odor, immediately turn off

the power switch and unplug the machine.

• The user should be able to access the power outlet in case of

emergencies that might require the user to pull the plug out.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

Do not bend, or place heavy objects on the power cord.

Stepping on or allowing the power cord to be crushed by a heavy

object could result in electric shock or fire.

Do not remove the plug by pulling on the cord; do not handle the

plug with wet hands.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

Safety information

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Caution

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Operating method

Caution

During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation,

remove the power plug from the electrical outlet.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

Be careful, the paper output area is hot.

Burns could occur.

If the machine has been dropped, or if the cabinet appears

damaged, unplug the machine from all interface connections and

request assistance from qualified service personnel.

Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.

If the machine does not operate properly after these instructions

have been followed, unplug the machine from all interface

connections and request assistance from qualified service

personnel.

Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.

If the plug does not easily enter the electrical outlet, do not

attempt to force it in.

Call an electrician to change the electrical outlet, or this could

result in electric shock.

Do not allow pets to chew on the AC power, telephone or PC

interface cords.

This could result in electric shock or fire and/or injury to your pet.

Do not forcefully pull the paper out during printing.

It can cause damage to the machine.

Be careful not to put your hand between the machine and paper

tray.

You may get injured.

This machine's power reception device is the power cord.

To switch off the power supply, remove the power cord from the

electrical outlet.

Be care when replacing paper or removing jammed paper.

New paper has sharp edges and can cause painful cuts.

When printing large quantities, the bottom part of the paper

output area may get hot. Do not allow children to touch.

Burns can occur.

When removing jammed paper, do not use tweezers or sharp metal

objects.

It can damage the machine.

Safety information

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Installation / Moving

Warning

Caution

Do not allow too many papers to stack up in the paper output tray.

It can damage the machine.

Do not block or push objects into the ventilation opening.

This could result in elevated component temperatures which can

cause damage or fire.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other

than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation

exposure.

Do not place the machine in an area with dust, humidity, or water

leaks.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

Before moving the machine, turn the power off and disconnect all

cords. The information below are only suggestions based on the

units weight.

If you have a medical condition that prevents you from lifting, do

not lift the machine. Ask for help, and always use the appropriate

amount of people to left the device safety.

Then lift the machine:

• If the machine weighs under 20 kg (44.09 lbs), lift with 1 person.

• If the machine weighs 20 kg (44.09 lbs) - 40kg (88.18 lbs), lift

with 2 people.

• If the machine weighs more than 40 kg (88.18 lbs), lift with 4 or

more people.

The machine could fall, causing injury or machine damage.

Do not place the machine on an unstable surface.

The machine could fall, causing injury or machine damage.

Use only No.26 AWG

a

or larger, telephone line cord, if necessary.

Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine.

Safety information

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1. Introduction

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Maintenance / Checking

Caution

Use the power cord supplied with your machine for safe

operation. If you are using a cord which is longer than 2 meters (6

feet) with a 110 V machine, then the gauge should be 16 AWG or

larger.

Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine, and could result

in electric shock or fire.

Make sure you plug the power cord into a grounded electrical

outlet.

Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.

This can diminish performance, and could result in electric shock

or fire.

Do not put a cover over the machine or place it in an airtight

location, such as a closet.

If the machine is not well-ventilated, this could result in fire.

The machine should be connected to

the power level which is specified on the label.

If you are unsure and want to check the power level you are using,

contact the electrical utility company.

a. AWG: American Wire Gauge

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning the

inside of the machine. Do not clean the machine with benzene,

paint thinner or alcohol; do not spray water directly into the

machine.

This could result in electric shock or fire.

When you are working inside the machine replacing supplies or

cleaning the inside, do not operate the machine.

You could get injured.

Keep cleaning supplies away from children.

Children could get hurt.

Do not disassemble, repair or rebuild the machine by yourself.

It can damage the machine. Call a certified technician when the

machine needs repairing.

Safety information

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1. Introduction

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Supply usage

Caution

• Do not remove any covers or guards that are fastened with

screws.

• Fuser units should only be repaired by a certified service

technician. Repair by non-certified technicians could result in

fire or electric shock.

• The machine should only be repaired by a Dell service

technician.

To clean and operate the machine, strictly follow the user's guide

provided with the machine.

Otherwise, you could damage the machine.

Keep the power cable and the contact surface of the plug clean

from dust or water.

Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.

Do not disassemble the toner cartridge.

Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.

Do not burn any of the supplies such as toner cartridge or fuser

unit.

This could cause an explosion or uncontrollable fire.

When storing supplies such as toner cartridges, keep them away

from children.

Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.

When changing the toner cartridge or removing jammed paper,

be careful not to let toner dust touch your body or clothes.

Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.

When toner gets on your clothing, do not use hot water to wash

it.

Hot water sets toner into fabric. Use cold water.

Using recycled supplies, such as toner, can cause damage to the

machine.

In case of damage due to the use of recycled supplies, a service

fee will be charged.

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Machine overview

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Accessories

Power cord Quick installation guide

Output stacker

a

a. Refer to the Quick Install Guide to attach the output stacker to the machine.

Software CD

b

b. The software CD contains the printer drivers, software applications, and user’s guide.

USB cable (B1160w only)

Misc. accessories

c

c. Miscellaneous accessories included with your machine may vary by country of purchase and specific model.

Machine overview

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Front view

• This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model.

• Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on

model or country (see "Features by models" on page 6).

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Rear view

• This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model.

• Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on

model or country (see "Features by models" on page 6).

1 Control panel 5 Output support

2 Tray handle 6 Top cover

3 Tray 7 Toner cartridge

4 Output tray

2

4

3

5

1USB port

2Power receptacle

1

2

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1. Introduction

Control panel overview

This control panel may differ from your machine depending on its model.

There are various types of control panels.

1 Toner LED Shows the status of the toner (see "Status LED" on

page 53).

2 Status LED Shows the status of your machine (see "Status LED"

on page 53).

3

WPS

(B1160w

only)

Configures the wireless network connection easily

without a computer (see "Wireless network setup"

on page 83).

• Prints configuration sheet

- Press and hold this button for about 10

seconds until the green LED blinks slowly, and

release.

• Prints supplies info report / error report

- Press and hold this button for about 15

seconds until the green LED on, and release.

• Prints manual

- Press this button each time you load a sheet of

paper in the tray if you have selected Manual

Feeder for Source in your printer driver.

3

Info (B1160

only)

• Prints configuration sheet

- Press and hold this button for about 10

seconds until the green LED blinks slowly, and

release.

• Prints supplies info report / error report

- Press and hold this button for about 15

seconds until the green LED on, and release.

• Prints manual

- Press this button each time you load a sheet of

paper in the tray if you have selected Manual

Feeder for Source in your printer driver.

4 Power/

Cancel

• You can turn the power off or wake the machine

up from the sleep mode with this button.

• Stops an operation at any time

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Turning on the machine

1

Connect the machine to the electricity supply first.

2

Press (power/cancel) button on the control panel.

If you want to turn the power off, press (power/cancel) button on the control panel.

1

2

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Installing the driver locally

A locally connected machine is a machine directly attached to your computer

using the cable.

• If you are a Macintosh or Linux OS user, refer to the "Software

Installation" on page 70.

• The installation window in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the

machine and interface in use.

• Selecting Custom Installation allows you to choose which programs to

install.

• Only use a USB cable no longer than 3 meters (118 inches).

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Windows

1

Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and

powered on.

If the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears during the installation

procedure, click Cancel to close the window.

2

Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

The software CD should automatically run and an installation window

will appear.

If the installation window does not appear, click Start > All programs >

Accessories > Run.

X:\Setup.exe replacing “X” with the letter, which represents your CD-

ROM drive and click OK.

3

Select Next.

Your printer driver installation window that appears in this User’s Guide may

differ depending on the printer in use.

Installing the driver locally

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4

Select Connect to the computer using USB cable. Click Next.

Your printer driver installation window that appears in this User’s Guide may

differ depending on the printer in use.

5

Follow the instructions in the installation window to complete the

installation process.

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Reinstalling the driver

If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to reinstall

the driver.

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Windows

1

Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and

powered on.

2

From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell

Printers > your printer driver name > Maintenance.

3

Select Repair and click Next.

4

Follow the instructions in the repair window.

5

Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive and install the driver

again (see "Installing the driver locally" on page 18).

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